TP-Link Tapo C120 4MP/2K+ Indoor Wi-Fi Camera

I started my home security system some 3 years ago with Xiaomi cameras from PB Tech, the Tapo C120 is a such a big upgrade from my current system, that I have already purchased 2 more. I have now been using them for over 2 weeks now, and have not been disappointed.
Pros:
1. IP66 rated so is suitable for outdoor use, the microSD slot is covered by a rubber bung, and the USB-C port has a very snug fit to kept out moisture.
2. Long 3 meter USB cable is supplied together with a power supply
3. Has 2 led spotlights that are motion detecting, great to double as a porch light
4. MicroSD card storage up to 512Gb, which is a lot !
5. Separate AI moti...view more I started my home security system some 3 years ago with Xiaomi cameras from PB Tech, the Tapo C120 is a such a big upgrade from my current system, that I have already purchased 2 more. I have now been using them for over 2 weeks now, and have not been disappointed.
Pros:
1. IP66 rated so is suitable for outdoor use, the microSD slot is covered by a rubber bung, and the USB-C port has a very snug fit to kept out moisture.
2. Long 3 meter USB cable is supplied together with a power supply
3. Has 2 led spotlights that are motion detecting, great to double as a porch light
4. MicroSD card storage up to 512Gb, which is a lot !
5. Separate AI motion detection for vehicles, persons, dogs, general motion , boundary intrusion
6. Able to select multiple detection zones, eg for vehicle detection, can exclude vehicles along the main road, and only record vehicles coming down my driveway.
7. Alarm mode has siren and flashing led lights
8. Has Starlight colour technology lens which extends colour vision which is better than the naked eye
9. Compact size with magnetic mount, also very suitable for indoor use.
10. 2K QHD camera has higher resolution than 1080P
11. It says 2 year warranty on the box
Cons:
- Magnetic mount means it could be easily stolen if within reach
- Small compact size means it doesn't look robust if mounted in a prominent outdoor position (solved by upgrading to Tapo C310WS with similar features)
Conclusion:
Recording only with the smart AI detection of objects is far superior to the old dumb motion detection(eg on a windy day the moving tree branches means it was recording far too much)
So outdoor suitability and smart AI detection are streets ahead of the competition !!!
A recommended purchase.

I have had this for a few months now. It was an excellent purchase. Flawless! Updated to the latest firmware and now the voice from the recording is usesless. Seems to be a problem with the noise cancelling feature they messed up with the update. Every sound it records is more like fill in the blanks and a constant static noise recorded.
This camera is perfect coming out of the box it has more to offer then the price tag but just dont update. There is no going back. I have had this for a few months now. It was an excellent purchase. Flawless! Updated to the latest firmware and now the voice from the recording is usesless. Seems to be a problem with the noise cancelling feature they messed up with the update. Every sound it records is more like fill in the blanks and a constant static noise recorded.
This camera is perfect coming out of the box it has more to offer then the price tag but just dont update. There is no going back.

This camera is quite small - and with some carefull planning it can be rather hard to spot once installed - its also had a firmware update so now you can save the footage to the Tapo H200 hub if you have that - otherwise its the built in sd card slot or paid subscription only small flaw is the power cable is rather short - about 3 meters but its only USB C ( i found a 8m cable on temu and it works great ) This camera is quite small - and with some carefull planning it can be rather hard to spot once installed - its also had a firmware update so now you can save the footage to the Tapo H200 hub if you have that - otherwise its the built in sd card slot or paid subscription only small flaw is the power cable is rather short - about 3 meters but its only USB C ( i found a 8m cable on temu and it works great )

Camera does its job, nice and clear day and night. Motion sensor is a quite sensitive but can always adjust sensitivity. Very good indoor camera. Camera does its job, nice and clear day and night. Motion sensor is a quite sensitive but can always adjust sensitivity. Very good indoor camera.

Camera works great and the Smart features are nice to have. The image quality is not any better than the 1080p version. Still well worth the money. Camera works great and the Smart features are nice to have. The image quality is not any better than the 1080p version. Still well worth the money.

Purchased a couple of these after using the C110s and being happy with them. The human detection is much more robust, and the addition of tripwire detection is very useful. Purchased a couple of these after using the C110s and being happy with them. The human detection is much more robust, and the addition of tripwire detection is very useful.

Affordable camera, easy to install, however wire needs to be longer. Affordable camera, easy to install, however wire needs to be longer.

Easy to set up and mount. Can keep an eye on campervan, either to see activity outside of it, or to check on dogs if we are away for a while. Have it connected to Huawei hotspot. Very pleased with it. Easy to set up and mount. Can keep an eye on campervan, either to see activity outside of it, or to check on dogs if we are away for a while. Have it connected to Huawei hotspot. Very pleased with it.

I bought 3 of these with memory cards as a security measure that I can take with me when we move house.
It costs nothing to run if relying on the plug-in memory card - although I run the risk of the camera being stolen and losing the footage of the event. There is the optional cloud service as an alternative. This is only a deterrent. If you consider cutting the power would disable the camera's usb power input you realise that outwitting a determined intruder would be very hard to do on a budget.

The night vision is very good but even through a window the picture isn't bad (you can set the camera's lights to remain off to avoid reflection...view more I bought 3 of these with memory cards as a security measure that I can take with me when we move house.
It costs nothing to run if relying on the plug-in memory card - although I run the risk of the camera being stolen and losing the footage of the event. There is the optional cloud service as an alternative. This is only a deterrent. If you consider cutting the power would disable the camera's usb power input you realise that outwitting a determined intruder would be very hard to do on a budget.

The night vision is very good but even through a window the picture isn't bad (you can set the camera's lights to remain off to avoid reflections). You'll struggle to read a number plate at 18 to 20m distance through a window at night.

Options let you record only at certains times or events to improve storage and you can get alerts to the mobile app too. It doesn't always distinguish pets / people / vehicles / movement correctly but sensitivity is adjustable for each (although alerts and recording trigger with the same sensistivity.)

The worst feature is that It lacks the ability to disable alerts temporarily.

Can’t believe how easy these Tapo cameras are to set up!! Now have 4 cameras and they all link to the one app, can sync together for easy use.
This outdoor camera is great for the price, day and night mode with a bright LED light for night use. Can’t believe how easy these Tapo cameras are to set up!! Now have 4 cameras and they all link to the one app, can sync together for easy use.
This outdoor camera is great for the price, day and night mode with a bright LED light for night use.

Fantastic camera, performs well!! Fantastic camera, performs well!!

This is a great little camera that is easy to install and operate This is a great little camera that is easy to install and operate